Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 171

Chapter 171:

Rachel blinked, caught off guard.

Their first encounter at the bridal shop had left a very different impression—she had pegged Natalia as an entitled rich lady, the kind who only cared about herself.

But now, she seemed like a kind and innocent soul.

“Bringing me to the hospital was already more than enough,” Rachel murmured. “You don’t have to do all this.”

Natalia met her gaze without hesitation. “Maybe, but that’s just how I am. If I hadn’t been involved, fine. But since I was, I like to see things through.” She gestured toward the food. “The doctor said you’re weak and need something nutritious, so hurry up and eat.”

Rachel tightened her grip around the spoon, her voice steady with gratitude. “Thank you.”

Natalia leaned back, casually twirling her fork. “Don’t get the wrong idea. This doesn’t change anything—I still see you as a rival.”

Brian, and that makes us competitors. But I’d rather play fair.

their meal, the door swung open, and the doctor stepped in. His gaze

“Rachel Marsh, correct?”

“Yes!”

a small nod, then spoke in a measured tone, “After eight o’clock tonight, no food or drink. Given your symptoms, I strongly recommend a full examination

unease settling over her. She gripped the edge of her blanket and hesitated before asking, “Doctor… is there

with the examination first and assess the results afterwards,” the

g al n ovels .

so much,

Tracy was pinned down on a

her shoulder, which only

and her head bowed in defeat, she pleaded, “Please, stop! I can’t handle any more alcohol.” However, no one listened to her

to turn them on, their eagerness to dominate her

what you’re made of! Two more bottles should be easy for you. Or do you think we’re

her cheeks, enhancing her